Medical Laboratory Assistant - Maidstone, United Kingdom - KIMS Hospital

KIMS Hospital

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Maidstone, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

KIMS Hospital, Maidstone is the largest independent hospital in Kent, and we are recruiting.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to work as a Medical Laboratory Assistant and support the Biomedical Scientists in the pathology team.

As Medical Laboratory Assistant you will assist in technical and clerical duties whilst delivering a high-quality safe service within the specimen reception and laboratory areas.

This is a part time role working 20 hours per week, working 10.00am-2.00pm every day, Monday to Friday.

Role Responsibilities include:

Provide multidisciplinary support to the BMS staff in the delivery of a Pathology service that is efficient and fit for purpose
Utilise manual and IT systems to ensure recording of specimens received and their analyses
Clean and maintain equipment to standard laboratory procedures (SOPs) keeping appropriate records
Support the laboratory accreditation to ISO15189 standards as required

Person Specification:

The successful Medical Laboratory Assistant will:

Have obtained GCSE's in English, Maths and Science
Possess excellent customer service skills
Be confident using and learning new IT systems
Possess strong interpersonal skills with good communication skills both written and verbal.

Experience working in a healthcare setting within a laboratory or similar is desirable but not essential.

KIMS Hospital employees enjoy the following benefits: